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American River Rafting – South Fork American River

Best River Rafting in California for 1st Time Rafters

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South Fork American River – California Rafting at its Best!

South Fork American River Rafting Highlights

• South Fork rafting is great for veteran rafters to first timers
• Ideal half day run to 3-day getaway rafting adventures
• This is white water at its best! 50 breathtaking major rapids in 21 miles!!
• Private luxury riverside campground, voted the “best base camp”
• Unbeatable service and comfort: Indoor bathrooms, flush toilets, hot showers, complimentary snow cones, covered deck and much more!
• Breathtaking wildlife and scenery, both relaxation and excitement all in one trip and this truly is the finest river rafting in California.

South Fork American River Rafting California Trips

Easy Class 3

1/2-Day Trips $79 – $99   Trip Prices
For those of you who are pressed for time, we offer a special Half-Day rafting adventure down the South Fork of the American. This is the adventure for you! We run either a morning or an afternoon trip. Both of which cover about 10 miles, and cost just $79 per person on weekdays and $89 on Sundays. Meals are not included. Make a Reservation

1-Day Trips $89 – $159   Trip Prices
We offer two different one day trips on the South Fork American River , both of which follow different sections of the river. All trips will include our renowned buffet lunch enjoyed riverside at WWE’s private hideaway! We’ll have a full ice chest of snacks and cold drinks, to accompany you on the return bus ride to the meeting point. An adventure vacation that everyone can enjoy!!

• The Whole American River trip covers the full stretch of the South Fork, a 21-mile run in a single day! Does a full day spent on the water sound like what you’re looking for? Then this trip is the ideal choice. It begins at Chili Bar early in the morning and finishes up in the late afternoon at Folsom Lake. Rapids like Triple Threat, Meatgrinder ,Troublemaker, and the Lower American River Gorge are here waiting for you!. Lunch INCLUDED! Make a Reservation

• The Gorge Run – This trip will see you starting your day with a few mellow-but-bouncy rapids, with an optional swim down Floater’s Rapid. This river then begins to build as you enter the American River Gorge. Here the rapids are nearly non-stop from start to finish. Lunch INCLUDED! Make a Reservation

2-Day Trips $269 – $289   Trip Prices
A fantastic California rafting adventure – The perfect family vacation!
What do you say to this? Two days of top-notch California rafting, TWO NIGHTS of relaxing camping, and FIVE GOURMET PREPARED MEALS, all while at WWE’s own deluxe private riverside campground located directly on the banks of the South Fork of the American River. On this 2-Day Trip, you’ll take in the river’s Gorge section on day one followed by the Chili Bar Section on day two. Our private campsite, named “Best on the American River” is equipped with NEW FULL BATHROOM FACILITIES (flush toilets, hot showers, mirrors, sinks.) horseshoes and volleyball is also there for your enjoyment in the rare case you have energy leftover once you get off the river. Make your way home at ease and relaxed with wonderful memories. Make a Reservation

3-Day “Dueling Rivers” Trips   CALL FOR PRICES
South /Middle Fork Combo: Best of the American River Rafting adventures
Is two days of American River rafting not enough? Do you need an extra day to enjoy? Then our new 3-day South/Middle Fork American River rafting combo trip is for you. On this quick rafting getaway, you’ll spend 2-days on the South Fork, 1-day on the Middle Fork, 3-nights of luxury private riverside camping and 8 prepared and delicious meals! You’ll leave us feeling rejuvenated and relaxed. This 3-day Dueling Rivers combination trip is available on Friday – Sunday or Saturday – Monday. Make a Reservation

Inflatable Kayak Trips   CALL FOR PRICES
If you are seeking a new rafting challenge or thrill, you’ll appreciate our new self-bailing inflatable kayak trip. These kayaks are built for only one person, so this rafting trip is only for strong swimmers who are in great physical condition. A terrific challenge for you to try out!! Make a Reservation

American River Rafting Family Trips

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